An 8-voice
digital drum machine released in
1986.
The 505 features 16
sampled sounds with no editable
parameters. 8
instruments can be played simultaneously, but there are no
individual audio
outputs for the channels. A
third party modification with 8 outs was sold in the
80s.
Both
real time and
step programming are available on the
sequencer, with quick and easy access between the two modes. 6-step adjustable
volume/
accent parameters are included along with a large
LCD display.
The
internal memory holds 48
preset and 48 user programmable
patterns, in 6
songs with a limit of 423
measures. There is no
SysEx dumping, but a
tape interface is available for external
storage.
Extensive
MIDI support is included, with even the (non-velocity)
pads transmitting MIDI-out. Each
instrument can be set to its own channel and note number.
Sounds:
kick
snare
low / mid / high tom
timbale
low / high conga
open / closed hi-hat
crash / ride cymbal
rim shot
hand clap
low / high cow bell
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